Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome: report of one case

Acta Paediatr Taiwan. 2003 Jul-Aug;44(4):238-41.

Abstract

Megacystis-microcolon-intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome (MMIHS) is a very rare congenital disease characterized by abdominal distension due to a dilated urinary bladder, microcolon and decreased or absent intestinal peristalsis. Most patients die at an early age. We report on a female baby with this syndrome which was associated with duodenal web and tracheobronchial malacia. The literature on this syndrome is also reviewed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abnormalities, Multiple
  • Bronchial Diseases / complications
  • Colon / abnormalities*
  • Duodenum / abnormalities
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Peristalsis*
  • Syndrome
  • Tracheal Diseases / complications
  • Urinary Bladder / abnormalities*